Why are hemoglobin levels in older adult clients generally lower than those of younger adults?
A. Many older adults have an iron-deficient diet.
B. Red blood cells are more fragile and more easily broken in the older adult client.
C. Older adults require less hemoglobin because they lead more sedentary life styles.
D. Blood cell volume of older adults is decreased as a result of decreased total body water.
A
A good, common dietary iron source is red meat and organ meat. Older adults may eat less in general, especially meat and protein, as their energy requirements change. Poorly fitting dentures or missing teeth make chewing meat more difficult. In addition, meat is a more expensive food and older adults on a fixed income may not be able to afford a diet rich in meat.
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